Summary

The optical metasurfaces market is experiencing a period of rapid growth and innovation, driven by the technology's potential to revolutionize various industries, particularly in display and imaging applications. Optical metasurfaces, which are engineered surfaces with subwavelength structures, offer unprecedented control over light manipulation, enabling the development of flat, compact, and highly efficient optical devices. Market projections indicate substantial growth, with the industry expected to over $2 billion within the next 5-6 years. This growth trajectory is primarily fueled by emerging applications in display technologies and imaging systems.

In the display sector, augmented reality (AR) stands out as a key driver for optical metasurfaces. The technology offers a cost-effective and high-performance solution for AR eyepieces, addressing challenges in miniaturization and image quality. Another significant contributor to market growth is the 3D naked-eye display space, particularly for high-end screens. Metasurfaces are beginning to make inroads in this application, offering improved visual experiences without the need for special glasses or headsets.

In the imaging sector, metasurfaces are poised to transform various applications by reducing costs, enhancing image quality, and introducing new sensing capabilities. The mobile sector is expected to be a primary growth driver, particularly in 3D sensing for autofocus assistance and facial recognition. Looking ahead, the market shows promise for further expansion with potential applications in colour imaging and integrated CMOS sensors. However, the realization of these opportunities depends on successful technological development and market adoption.

As the optical metasurfaces market continues to evolve, it faces both opportunities and challenges. While the technology offers significant advantages in terms of device miniaturization and performance enhancement, issues such as manufacturing scalability and cost considerations need to be addressed. Nevertheless, with ongoing research and development efforts and increasing industry interest, optical metasurfaces are well-positioned to play a crucial role in shaping the future of optics and photonics across multiple sectors.

The Global Market for Optical Metasurfaces 2025-2035 offers an in-depth analysis of the rapidly evolving optical metasurfaces industry. As a cutting-edge technology poised to revolutionize optics and photonics, optical metasurfaces are set to play a crucial role in shaping the future of various industries, from consumer electronics to automotive and healthcare.

Key Features of the Report include:

• Market Overview and Projections:
  • Detailed analysis of the current market size and growth rate
  • Comprehensive market forecasts from 2025 to 2035, including revenue, units, and surface area projections
  • Segmentation by application, technology, and geography
• Technology Landscape:
  • In-depth exploration of optical metasurface concepts and fundamentals
  • Analysis of various types of metasurfaces, including plasmonic, dielectric, and hybrid
  • Examination of working principles such as phase manipulation, amplitude manipulation, and polarization control
• Application Areas:
  • Display technologies (AR/VR, 3D naked-eye displays, smartphones)
  • Imaging systems (CMOS sensors, 3D sensing, facial recognition)
  • Sensing and detection (LiDAR, medical imaging)
  • Telecommunications (5G/6G)
  • Market forecasts for each application area
  • Case studies and potential future applications
• Manufacturing and Materials:
  • Comprehensive overview of manufacturing processes, including traditional semiconductor techniques and nanoimprint lithography
  • Analysis of materials selection for optical metasurfaces
  • Discussion on scalability and cost reduction strategies
• Competitive Landscape:
  • Profiles of key players in the optical metasurfaces market. Companies profiled include 2Pi Optics, 3M, AAC Optics, Acer, AGC, Alcan Systems, Alpha Cen, Alphacore, Amazon, ams-OSRAM, Ansys, Apple, Applied Materials, Avegant, Breylon, Canon, CEA-LETI, Cellid, Coherent, Continental, Coretronic, Corning, Echodyne, Edgehog Advanced Technologies, EssilorLuxottica, Eulitha, EV Group, Evolv Technology, Fractal Antenna Systems, Genius Electronic Optical, Google, Greenerwave, H-Chip Technology Group, Huawei, Imuzak, Inkron, Kymeta Corporation, LATYS, Leia Inc., LightTrans, Lumotive, Magic Leap, META, Metahelios, Metalenz, Micro Resist Technology, Microsoft, Morphotonics, Moxtek, Myrias Optics, Nanohmics, Nanoscribe, Neurophos, and many more. These companies represent a broad spectrum of the industry, from component manufacturers to end-product developers, showcasing the wide-ranging applications and potential of optical metasurfaces technology.
  • Analysis of the supply chain and ecosystem
  • Overview of recent investments, mergers, and acquisitions
• Technology Trends and Innovations:
  • Exploration of emerging trends in metasurface design and fabrication
  • Analysis of AI-assisted design and multi-functional metasurfaces
  • Technology roadmap from 2025 to 2035
• Market Drivers and Challenges:
  • In-depth analysis of factors driving market growth, including miniaturization in consumer electronics and advancements in AR/VR technologies
  • Examination of market restraints and technical limitations
  • Discussion on market opportunities in healthcare, space and defense sectors, and IoT devices
• Regional Analysis:
  • Breakdown of market projections for North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World
  • Analysis of regional trends and growth factors

As optical metasurfaces continue to gain traction across various industries, understanding their market potential and technological capabilities becomes crucial for stakeholders. This report provides invaluable insights for:

• Technology Companies: Identify opportunities for product development and market entry strategies in the optical metasurfaces space.
• Investors: Gain a comprehensive understanding of market trends, growth projections, and key players to make informed investment decisions.
• Consumer Electronics Manufacturers: Explore how optical metasurfaces can enhance product offerings, particularly in AR/VR and smartphone technologies.
• Automotive Industry Players: Understand the potential of metasurfaces in LiDAR systems and other automotive applications.
• Telecommunications Companies: Learn about the role of metasurfaces in advancing 5G and 6G technologies.
• Healthcare and Medical Device Manufacturers: Discover opportunities for metasurfaces in medical imaging and diagnostic tools.
• Research Institutions: Stay informed about the latest developments in optical metasurface technology and identify areas for future research.
• Policy Makers: Gain insights into the potential impact of optical metasurfaces on various industries and the need for supportive policies and regulations.

The report combines extensive primary and secondary research, including interviews with industry experts, analysis of patent databases, and compilation of market data from various sources. It provides a holistic view of the optical metasurfaces market, covering everything from fundamental concepts to future market scenarios.

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Table of Contents

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 15

1.1 Market Overview 18
1.2 Market Size and Growth Projections 21
1.3 Key Application Areas 23
1.4 Technology Landscape 25
1.4.1 Current State of Optical Metasurface Technology 25
1.4.2 Emerging Trends and Innovations 26
1.5 Industry Ecosystem 27
1.6 Industry news and Investments 28
1.7 Key Players 29
1.8 Supply Chain Analysis 30
1.9 Key Market Drivers 31
1.9.1 Miniaturization in Consumer Electronics 31
1.9.2 Advancements in AR/VR Technologies 32
1.9.3 Automotive Industry Demands 33
1.9.4 Telecommunications and 5G/6G 34
1.10 Market Restraints and Challenges 35
1.10.1 Manufacturing Scalability 36
1.10.2 Cost Considerations 36
1.10.3 Technical Limitations 37
1.11 Market Opportunities 38
1.11.1 Emerging Applications in Healthcare 38
1.11.2 Space and Defense Sectors 39
1.11.3 IoT and Smart Devices 40
1.12 Future Outlook 41
1.12.1 Short-term Projections (2025-2027) 41
1.12.2 Medium-term Outlook (2028-2031) 42
1.12.3 Long-term Vision (2032-2035) 43

2 OPTICAL METASURFACES: CONCEPTS AND FUNDAMENTALS 43

2.1 Definition of Optical Metasurfaces 44
2.2 Historical Context and Development 45
2.3 Key Properties and Advantages 46
2.3.1 Miniaturization Capabilities 47
2.3.2 Multifunctionality 47
2.3.3 Flat Optics Design 48
2.3.4 Flexible metasurfaces 49
2.3.5 Holograms 50
2.3.6 Reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) 51
2.4 Comparison with Traditional Optical Elements 51
2.5 Types of Optical Metasurfaces 52
2.5.1 Plasmonic Metasurfaces 53
2.5.2 Dielectric Metasurfaces 54
2.5.3 Hybrid Metasurfaces 55
2.6 Working Principles 55
2.6.1 Phase Manipulation 55
2.6.2 Amplitude Manipulation 56
2.6.3 Polarization Control 57

3 MARKET ANALYSIS AND FORECASTS 58

3.1 Global Market Overview 58
3.1.1 Current Market Size and Growth Rate 58
3.2 Market Segmentation 59
3.2.1 By Application 59
3.2.1.1 Display Technologies 62
3.2.1.2 Imaging Systems 63
3.2.1.3 Sensing and Detection 64
3.2.1.4 Telecommunications 64
3.2.2 By Technology 66
3.2.2.1 Metalenses 66
3.2.2.2 Beam Steering Devices 67
3.2.2.3 Optical Filters and Coatings 68
3.2.3 By Geography 68
3.2.3.1 North America 70
3.2.3.2 Europe 71
3.2.3.3 Asia-Pacific 72
3.2.3.4 Rest of the World 73
3.3 Market Drivers and Restraints 74
3.4 Market Opportunities and Challenges 76
3.5 Annual Revenue Forecast by Application, 2025-2035 77
3.6 Units Forecast by Application, 2025-2035 78
3.7 Surface Area Forecast by Application, 2025-2035 79

4 MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS 81

4.1 Display Applications 82
4.1.1 Augmented Reality (AR) 82
4.1.1.1 AR Eyepiece Technology 82
4.1.1.1.1 Waveguide-based Systems 83
4.1.1.1.2 Birdbath Optics 84
4.1.1.1.3 Metasurface-based Solutions 85
4.1.1.2 AR Glasses Taxonomy Roadmap, 2025-2035 86
4.1.1.3 DOE AR Eyepiece Revenue Forecast, 2025-2035 87
4.1.1.4 DOE for AR Eyepiece Wafer Forecast, 2025-2035 88
4.1.1.5 Regular vs. Waveguide Optics for AR Balance Forecast, 2025-2035 89
4.1.2 Virtual Reality (VR) 90
4.1.2.1 VR Headset Optics 90
4.1.2.2 Foveated Rendering with Metasurfaces 92
4.1.3 3D Naked Eye Displays 93
4.1.4 Market Forecast (Units, Surface, Revenue), 2025-2035 94
4.1.4.1 Engines of 3D Naked Eye Adoption 96
4.1.5 Smartphones 98
4.1.5.1 Camera Module Integration 98
4.1.5.2 Display Enhancement Applications 99
4.1.6 Computing (Tablets, Notebooks, Monitors) 99
4.1.7 TVs 100
4.2 Imaging Applications 101
4.2.1 Standalone Imaging Metasurfaces 102
4.2.1.1 Market Forecast, 2025-2035 102
4.2.2 CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) Metasurfaces 103
4.2.2.1 Market Forecast, 2025-2035 103
4.2.2.2 Integration Challenges and Solutions 104
4.2.3 3D Sensing and Facial Recognition 105
4.2.3.1 Structured Light Systems 106
4.2.3.2 Time-of-Flight (ToF) Systems 106
4.2.4 Automotive LiDAR 107
4.2.4.1 Solid-State LiDAR Systems 107
4.2.4.2 Metasurface-based Beam Steering 108
4.2.5 Types 109
4.2.6 Advantages of Metamaterial LiDAR 109
4.2.7 Liquid crystals 110
4.2.8 Commerical examples 111
4.2.9 Medical Imaging 112
4.2.9.1 Endoscopy 112
4.2.9.2 Microscopy 113
4.3 Optical Filters and Antireflective Coatings 114
4.3.1 Bragg Reflectors as 1D Metamaterials 115
4.3.2 Electromagnetic (EM) filters 115
4.3.3 Invisibility cloaks 117
4.3.4 "Moth Eye" Metasurface Antireflective Coatings 117
4.3.5 Comparison with Conventional Antireflective Coatings 118
4.3.6 Applications in Camera Lenses and Other Fields 120
4.3.7 Laser Glare Protection via Holographic Notch Filters 123
4.4 Metalenses (Metamaterial Lenses) 124
4.4.1 Working Principles and Light Manipulation 124
4.4.2 Applications Overview 126
4.4.2.1 Miniature Cameras 128
4.4.2.2 Optical Communication Systems 129
4.4.2.3 Spectroscopy and Sensing 130
4.4.3 Chromatic Aberration Challenges and Solutions 130
4.4.3.1 Dispersion Engineering 131
4.4.3.2 Multi-layer Designs 132
4.4.4 Geometric Phase Lenses (GPLs) 133
4.4.4.1 Principles and Advantages 133
4.4.4.2 Applications in VR 134
4.4.4.2.1 Dynamic Focusing 134
4.4.4.2.2 Field of View Enhancement 135
4.4.5 Pushing Past the Diffraction Limit 135
4.4.5.1 Near-field Superlenses 135
4.4.5.2 Hyperlenses for Far-field Subwavelength Imaging 136
4.5 LiDAR Beam Steering 137
4.5.1 Overview of LiDAR Beam Steering Technologies 137
4.5.2 Metamaterial-based LiDAR Systems 138
4.5.2.1 Metasurface Beam Deflectors 138
4.5.2.2 Tunable Metasurfaces for Dynamic Beam Steering 139
4.5.3 Liquid Crystal LiDAR 140
4.5.3.1 Liquid Crystal Polarization Gratings 140
4.5.3.2 Liquid Crystal Optical Phased Arrays 141
4.5.4 Optical Phased Arrays (OPAs) 142
4.5.4.1 Silicon Photonics-based OPAs 142
4.5.4.2 MEMS-based OPAs 146
4.5.5 Comparison of LiDAR Product Parameters 146
4.5.6 Automotive LiDAR Requirements and Benchmarking 147
4.6 Other Emerging Applications 148
4.6.1 Telecommunications and 5G/6G 148
4.6.2 Quantum Optics and Computing 149
4.6.3 Solar Energy Harvesting 151

5 TECHNOLOGY TRENDS AND INNOVATIONS 152

5.1 Metasurface Technologies 152
5.1.1 Resonant Metasurfaces 153
5.1.2 Geometric Phase Metasurfaces 154
5.1.3 Huygens' Metasurfaces 155
5.2 Manufacturing Processes 156
5.2.1 Traditional Semiconductor Techniques 159
5.2.1.1 Electron Beam Lithography 159
5.2.1.2 Deep UV Lithography 160
5.2.2 Nanoimprint Lithography (NIL) 161
5.2.2.1 Thermal NIL 162
5.2.2.2 UV-NIL 163
5.2.3 Process Comparison and Evolution 164
5.3 Materials Selection for Optical Metamaterials 165
5.3.1 Requirements for Optical Metamaterials 165
5.3.2 Transparency Ranges of Relevant Materials 166
5.3.3 Comparison of Refractive Indices and Band Gaps 169
5.3.4 Material Selection by Application 170
5.3.4.1 Visible Spectrum Applications 171
5.3.4.2 Near-Infrared Applications 172
5.3.4.3 Terahertz Applications 173
5.4 Design Innovations 174
5.4.1 AI-assisted Design 174
5.4.1.1 Machine Learning for Inverse Design 175
5.4.1.2 Topology Optimization 176
5.4.2 Multi-functional Metasurfaces 176
5.4.2.1 Polarization-dependent Functionality 177
5.4.2.2 Wavelength-dependent Functionality 177
5.5 Integration Challenges and Solutions 178
5.5.1 CMOS Compatibility 178
5.5.2 Packaging and Reliability 179
5.6 Scalability and Cost Reduction Strategies 180
5.7 Technology Roadmap, 2025-2035 180
5.8 Supply Chain Analysis 181
5.9 Regulatory Landscape 183
5.10 Standardization Efforts 184

6 COMPANY PROFILES 188 (74 company profiles)

7 APPENDICES 305

8.1 Glossary of Terms 305

8.2 List of Abbreviations 305
8.3 Research Methodology 305

9 REFERENCES 306

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List of Tables

Table 1. Optical metamaterials: Applications and companies. 15
Table 2. Market overview for optical metasurfaces. 16
Table 3. Global Optical Metasurfaces Market Size, 2025-2035 (Millions USD). 18
Table 4. Key Market Segments and Growth Rates. 19
Table 5. Current and potential market impact for optical metamaterials. 20
Table 6. Key Application Areas for Optical Metasurfaces. 20
Table 7. Key players in optical metasurfaces. 25
Table 8. Miniaturization Trends in Consumer Electronics. 27
Table 9. AR/VR Market Growth and Impact on Metasurfaces. 28
Table 10. Automotive Industry Demands Driving Metasurface Adoption. 29
Table 11. Technical Limitations of Current Metasurface Technologies. 33
Table 12. Emerging Applications in Healthcare Using Metasurfaces. 34
Table 13. Space and Defense Applications of Optical Metasurfaces. 35
Table 14. IoT and Smart Device Integration of Metasurfaces. 36
Table 15. Comparison of Traditional Optics vs. Metasurface Optics. 47
Table 16. Comparison of Metasurface Types: Plasmonic vs. Dielectric vs. Hybrid. 48
Table 17. Global Annual Revenue Forecast by Application, 2025-2035 (Millions USD). 54
Table 18. Units Forecast by Application, 2025-2035. 55
Table 19. Surface Area Forecast by Application, 2025-2035. 57
Table 20. Market Size and CAGR by Region, 2025-2035. 64
Table 21. Key Market Drivers and Restraints. 70
Table 22. Global Annual Revenue Forecast by Application, 2025-2035 (Millions USD). 73
Table 23. Units Forecast by Application, 2025-2035. 74
Table 24. Surface Area Forecast by Application, 2025-2035. 76
Table 25. Metasurface Technology Readiness Level by Application. 77
Table 26. Comparison of AR Optical Technologies. 81
Table 27. 3D Naked Eye Displays Market Forecast (Units, Surface, Revenue), 2025-2035. 90
Table 28. Engines of 3D Naked Eye Display Adoption. 92
Table 29. Comparison of Metasurface ARCs with Conventional ARCs. 99
Table 30. Integration Challenges and SolutionsCMOS Image Sensor (CIS) Metasurfaces. 100
Table 31. Solid-State LiDAR Systems. 103
Table 32. Comparison of metasurface beam-steering LiDAR with other types. 107
Table 33. Applications of Metasurface Antireflective Coatings. 113
Table 34. Metalens Applications Overview. 121
Table 35. Chromatic Aberration Solutions in Metalenses. 125
Table 36. Geometric Phase Lenses (GPLs). 128
Table 37. Geometric Phase Lenses (GPLs) in VR Applications. 129
Table 38. Comparison of LiDAR Beam Steering Technologies. 133
Table 39. Comparison of LiDAR Product Parameters. 141
Table 40. Automotive LiDAR Requirements and Metasurface Performance. 142
Table 41. Comparison of Manufacturing Processes for Metasurfaces. 153
Table 42. Transparency Ranges of Relevant Materials for Optical Metasurfaces. 161
Table 43. Materials for optical metamaterial applications. 162
Table 44. Comparison of Refractive Indices and Band Gaps of Optical Materials. 164
Table 45. Material Selection Guide by Application. 165
Table 46. Visible Spectrum Applications. 166
Table 47. Near-Infrared Applications. 166
Table 48. Terahertz Applications. 168
Table 49. Integration Challenges and Proposed Solutions. 173
Table 50. Key Raw Material Suppliers for Optical Metasurfaces. 177
Table 51. Standardization Efforts in Metasurface Characterization. 178
Table 52. Glossary of Terms. 179

List of Figures

Figure 1. Global Optical Metasurfaces Market Size, 2025-2035 (Millions USD). 19
Figure 2. Optical metasurfaces Market Map. 24
Figure 3. Optical metasurfaces supply chain. 26
Figure 4. 5G/6G Implementation Timeline and Metasurface Opportunities. 30
Figure 5. Transparent and flexible metamaterial film developed by Sekishi Chemical. 46
Figure 6. Global Annual Revenue Forecast by Application, 2025-2035 (Millions USD). 55
Figure 7. Units Forecast by Application, 2025-2035. 56
Figure 8. Surface Area Forecast by Application, 2025-2035. 57
Figure 9. Market Size and CAGR by Region, 2025-2035. 65
Figure 10. Global Annual Revenue Forecast by Application, 2025-2035 (Millions USD). 74
Figure 11. Units Forecast by Application, 2025-2035. 75
Figure 12. Surface Area Forecast by Application, 2025-2035. 76
Figure 13. AR Glasses Taxonomy Roadmap, 2025-2035. 82
Figure 14. DOE AR Eyepiece Revenue Forecast, 2025-2035. 83
Figure 15. DOE for AR Eyepiece Wafer Forecast, 2025-2035. 84
Figure 16. Regular vs. Waveguide Optics for AR Balance Forecast, 2025-2035. 85
Figure 17. 3D Naked Eye Displays Market Forecast (Units, Surface, Revenue), 2025-2035. 91
Figure 18. Roadmap Toward Consumer Mass Adoption of 3D Displays. 93
Figure 19. Standalone Imaging Metasurfaces Market Forecast, 2025-2035. 98
Figure 20. CMOS Image Sensor Metasurfaces Market Forecast, 2025-2035. 99
Figure 21. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) images of several metalens antenna forms. 120
Figure 22. The most common designs for photonic MMs: (a) SRRs, (b) wood pile structures, (c) colloidal crystals, and (d) inverse opals. 139
Figure 23. Nanoimprint Lithography (NIL) Process Flow. 156
Figure 24. AI-assisted Metasurface Design Process. 170
Figure 25. Technology Roadmap for Optical Metasurfaces, 2025-2035. 175
Figure 26. Optical Metasurface Supply Chain. 176
Figure 27. Brelyon monitor. 201
Figure 28. Edgehog Advanced Technologies Omnidirectional anti-reflective coating. 213
Figure 29. FM/R technology. 219
Figure 30. Metablade antenna. 220
Figure 31. MTenna flat panel antenna. 234
Figure 32. Kymeta u8 antenna installed on a vehicle. 235
Figure 33. LIDAR system for autonomous vehicles. 241
Figure 34. Light-control metasurface beam-steering chips. 242
Figure 35. metaAIR. 247
Figure 36. Orion dot pattern projector. 250
Figure 37. A 12-inch wafer made using standard semiconductor processes contains thousands of metasurface optics. 251
Figure 38. DoCoMo transmissive metasurface. 263
Figure 39. Metamaterial structure used to control thermal emission. 270